What property is affected by the proposed zone change?

A 4.97-acre parcel containing a grain bin site directly north of 15462 160th St, Rockwell, IA 50469.

Public Hearing — 15462 160th St, Rockwell, IA

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Cerro Gordo County will hold a final public hearing on May 18, 2026 at 10:05 a.m. regarding a zone change request by Thomas & Thelma Madden to reclassify a 4.97-acre parcel behind 15462 160th St from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residence.

Key Takeaways

Final hearing: May 18, 2026 at 10:05 a.m.
Zone change requested from A-1 to A-2 for 4.97-acre parcel
Parcel located north of 15462 160th St, Rockwell, IA
Hearing at Cerro Gordo County Courthouse, Mason City
Written comments accepted before the hearing

Published: May 12, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Rockwell
Address

15462 160th St, Rockwell, IA

Research context

2 public hearing notices in Rockwell (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the hearing
Go to the Cerro Gordo County Courthouse Boardroom on May 18, 2026 at 10:05 a.m. to speak in person.
2
Submit written comments
Mail comments to Planning & Zoning, 220 N Washington Ave, Mason City, IA 50401 or email plz@cerrogordo.gov before May 18, 2026.
3
Review zoning details
Contact Cerro Gordo County Planning & Zoning to ask about A-1 vs A-2 differences and potential impacts before the hearing.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the final hearing for this zone change?: The hearing is May 18, 2026 at 10:05 a.m. in the Boardroom at the Cerro Gordo County Courthouse, 220 N Washington Ave, Mason City.
What property is affected by the proposed zone change?: A 4.97-acre parcel containing a grain bin site directly north of 15462 160th St, Rockwell, IA 50469.
How can I submit comments if I cannot attend the hearing?: Send written comments by mail to Cerro Gordo County Planning & Zoning, 220 N Washington Ave, Mason City, IA 50401 or email plz@cerrogordo.gov before the hearing.

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Legal terms in this notice

Change of Zone: A request to alter the land-use classification for a parcel under local zoning rules.
A-1 Agricultural District: A zoning category prioritizing farming and large-scale agricultural uses.
A-2 Agricultural Residence District: A zoning category allowing smaller agricultural residences and limited nonfarm homes.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there is now on file with the Board of Supervisors of Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, the application of Thomas & Thelma Madden for a Change of Zone classification from the A-1 Agricultural District to the A-2 Agricultural Residence District on the following described real estate, to-wit:
A 4.97-acre parcel of land containing a grain bin site directly behind (north of) 15462 160 th St, Rockwell, IA 50469.
The Planning & Zoning Commission, after public hearing, has recommended approval of this application.
You are further notified that said final hearing on this application will be held by the Board of Supervisors on May 18, 2026 at 10:05 a.m. in the Boardroom at the Cerro Gordo County Courthouse, 220 N Washington Ave, Mason City, Iowa.
Any person interested in this matter may attend the hearing in person or submit their views in writing prior to the hearing date:
Regular Mail : Cerro Gordo County Planning & Zoning220 N Washington AveMason City, IA 50401E-Mail : plz@cerrogordo.gov
Notice dated this 7th day of May 2026
Heidi Marquardt, ChairpersonCerro Gordo County Planning & Zoning CommissionCOL-IA-701515

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